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The festival
The Art Explora Festival is a traveling festival that sails the seas and oceans aboard its museum ship, offering everyone free access to innovative artistic and cultural experiences. The festival unfolds aboard the world's first museum ship, on stage, in port, and in various venues in the heart of host cities, with a program blending exhibitions, virtual reality, performances, conferences, film screenings, concerts, and more.
At each stage, he builds links between artists, curators, cultural institutions, associations and educational structures to develop collaborative actions and strengthen dialogue between cultures.
The museum boat
This catamaran is the world’s first museum ship. Designed by architects Axel de Beaufort and Guillaume Verdier, it was built at the Perini Navi shipyard in Italy. It meets ambitious technological requirements as well as those for accommodating visitors on board. Measuring 47 meters long and standing 55 meters tall, the museum ship can accommodate up to 3,000 visitors per day.
On board, visitors are invited to explore, free of charge, an exhibition titled 'Song of Water’ (Song of Water) dedicated to the theme of the oceans.
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EXPERIENCES ON THE DOCK
On the docks, the Art Explora Festival offers a variety of experiences designed to revitalize the dialogue between the arts and the public, combining education, artistic discovery, and technology. Virtual reality, immersive artworks, and sound experiences invite visitors to explore the marine world in new ways.
In addition, there is 'Subantartica,' an outdoor photography exhibition based on the underwater scientific expedition work of Under The Pole, which showcases science, life on board, and the polar seabed through the lens of explorer-photographer Franck Gazzola.
The workshops
Engaging the public is at the heart of the festival’s mission. The educational programs foster dialogue between artistic and scientific perspectives and provide accessible insights for all audiences. From creative arts workshops and marine ecosystem awareness workshops to guided tours and storytelling sessions, the program is designed in collaboration with local stakeholders at each stop.
LIVE PROGRAMME
Some host cities host a multidisciplinary, completely free festival lasting about ten days along the waterfront. The program takes place on a large stage set up along the waterfront near the museum ship, as well asoff-site at iconic locations throughout the city and at local institutions.
At the invitation of Art Explora, a local curator of international renown develops a multidisciplinary cultural program with performances, concerts, conferences, film screenings, dance shows, DJ sets, workshops or meetings offering different themes with a renewed approach at each stage.
SPENDING TIME AT THE FESTIVAL
Beyond the artistic program, the festival is designed to be a lively gathering place. Near the museum ship, a chill area, free-to-play games, and a food court featuring a bar and food trucks invite visitors to gather and continue exploring throughout the day.
